Carlisle United Community Sports Trust were pleased to receive a Highly-Commended award for Community Initiative of the Season – All Other Leagues at the North West Football Awards.
The CST's Komatsu Climate Heroes Project was recognised as one of the top Community Initiatives in the region, amongst many other vital programs.
Staff from the CST and Komatsu Forest UK were in attendance on Monday night at The Point at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester to pick up the accolade.
The project, which focuses on climate change, biodiversity and future global environmental challenges, was delivered to 350 participants across the 2023/24 school year,
Thanks to the support from Komatsu, a forestry company focused on sustainable practices, the delivery continues to make a positive impact on Primary School children in the local area.
Congratulations to Morecambe FC Community Foundation, who were announced as the category winner for their Veterans Project at the event.
It was an honour to be recognised alongside some of the best in the North West football industry and a testament to the crucial work of those involved in Komatsu Climate Heroes.
Carlisle United Community Sports Trust CEO, James Tose said: “It was fantastic to receive recognition from the North West Football Awards for our fantastic Komatsu Climate Heroes project.
“It has shown that when a business and a professional delivery partner come together, they can make a real difference in their community. Natasha Messier, Niall McNulty and the staff at Komatsu deserve all the credit for the brilliant work that has taken place.
“This bespoke project has not only educated the local primary school kids but has given them first-hand practical experience at Komatsu.”
Komatsu Forest Managing Director, Stephen Bellas added: “Komatsu Forest Ltd was honoured to be invited to the Northwest Football Awards night by our Climate Heroes partner, Carlisle United Community Sports Trust.
“This award celebrates the dedication and effort of both the Komatsu and CST staff involved in the project. What started as a simple idea has blossomed, with over 400 local schoolchildren taking part in the six-week program and we envision this number soaring to nearly 1,000 by the end of the next academic year.
“I am immensely proud of everyone involved, especially the Komatsu team, which skilfully balances regular work with school visits. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the schoolchildren and teachers who have poured their energy into making this project a remarkable success."
